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UCUE : O6E71

Course title : Finite Element Method

Instructor : Prof. Hakim NACEUR
E-mail: hakim.naceur<AT>insa-hdf.fr
Phone: 1307; Office: B13 - CLJ2
Website: http://naceurh.free.fr

Assistants: Prof. Laurent DUBAR
E-mail: laurent.dubar<AT>uphf.fr
Mrs. Zahra BOURAMDANE
E-mail: Zahra.Bouramdane<AT>uphf.fr
Mr. Liwaa ABOUCHAKRA
E-mail: Liwaa.AbouChakra<AT>uphf.fr

Date: April 17, 2024

Teaching: Lectures 10.5 h; Tutorial classes 10.5 h; Practical classes 12 h

Evaluation: Exam 50%; Practical works 25%; Homework Project 25%

Course schedule: Lectures: Wednesday 12h30-14h00
Tutorial class TD1 GCB: Wednesday 14h00-15h30
Tutorial class TD2 ME: Wednesday 15h30-17h00
Tutorial class TD3 ME: Wednesday 17h00-18h30


Motivations for O6E71 unit

The finite element method is now widely used in all industrial sectors concerned with mechanical problems. Its application plays an important role in early design projects of complex mechanical systems. For any engineer involved in projects using finite element modeling, it is essential to acquire basic knowledge: fundamentals of the method, formulation of a basic finite elements, difficulties linked to use in an industrial context. The use of Commercial software is also an important step in learning the finite element method.

Objectives

  • Understanding the foundations of the finite element method.
  • Mastering the formulation of standard finite elements: rod, beam, plate, shell, solid.
  • Developing a critical analysis on a finite element model and on the obtained results.
  • Be aware of the difficulties associated with the use of numerical models for industrial problems.
  • Mastering ANSYS finite element software for the simulation of industrial problems.

    Expected results

  • know the foundations of the finite element method and the formulation of some standard elements
  • be able to develop a critical analysis on a finite element model and on the obtained results
  • be able to deal with an academic or industrial problem using a commercial finite element software, in linear static and normal modes analyses.

    Syllabus

    Class

    Date

    Lecture

    1

    17 Apr. 2024

    Introduction to the finite element method

    1D Rod finite element

    2

    24 April 2024

    2D/3D Rod finite element

    3

    15 May 2024

    2D beam finite element

    4

    22 May 2024

    3D beam finite element

    5

    29 May 2024

    2D solid finite element

    6

    05 June 2024

    3D solid finite element

    7

    12 June 2024

    A first approach for plate and shell elements

    14 June 2024

    Deadline for submitting Homework project reports

    24 June 2024

    week of Exam



    Tutorial classes

  • 1D Rod finite element
  • 2D/3D Rod finite element
  • 2D beam finite element
  • 3D beam finite element
  • T3 finite element for plane elasticity
  • Q4 finite element for plane elasticity
  • 3D solid finite element/ Exam revision

  • Practical classes

  • FE simulation of a truss
  • FE simulation of a 3D frame
  • FE simulation of 2D elasticity
  • FE simulation of axisymmetric shells
  • FE simulation of 3D thermomechanical problem
  • FE simulation of plates assembly

  • Software

  • ANSYS Student version to download from : ( https://www.ansys.com/academic/students)

  • Exam

    The exam date is set for the week of 24 june 2024. All documents are authorized, provide a calculator!
    For any information concerning the planning of the exam, please contact the secretary of INSA HdF.


    References




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    Last updated: April 17, 2024